From Normal to Chaotic Overnight (Stomach Cancer Update)

Blogging and Hair

I have not felt like blogging whatsoever so I took a break. I might blog a little here and there to give myself an escape for real life but it will likely be hit and miss until we get things under control.

Life is Now a Whirlwind

Over the past few weeks, our days have been filled with doctor appointments, phone calls, exams and more doctor appointments.

My nights have been filled with tears, more tears and even more tears.

I don’t eat much when stressed so I am down 10 pounds. I know, I know…I have to eat to remain healthy. However, that’s easier said than done. I have no appetite. I do, however, eat enough to get by.

Last Time Was So Different

When he was diagnosed with stomach cancer the first time, things moved quick. The cancer was confined to one location and he was in surgery within a week. The road to recovery was long but there was no chemo or radiation required because we caught it so early.

But This Time…

They are trying to say the cancer has metastasized and is in stage 4. We are rebuking this diagnosis in the name of Jesus. We believe in the power of prayer and God’s healing. There are way too many testimonies near and far where someone was told they are incurable to have the cancer to vanish without a trace, leaving doctor’s unable to explain why. We are deep into the word and our faith is stronger than ever. We believe he will also be a living testimony.

Referral to Cancer Treatment Center

We are waiting for an appointment to MD Anderson Cancer Treatment Center in Houston, Texas. From start of referral to the first appointment is about three weeks total. We’re in week one of this three week process. Every day that goes by feels like an eternity.

Our local doctor is trying to get the appointment expedited but it doesn’t feel like much is happening. I swear, it’s so frustrating. I do understand that all MD Anderson patients are critical but gosh, I want my husband seen like right now.

Faith of a Mustard Seed

While there may be a long road ahead of us, we know God has us covered and healing will come in this life.

Thank You

Thank you to all for the prayers, words of encouragement, emails and kind words. Your love and support means so much to us during this difficult time.

Got Some Healing Scriptures / Books We Should Read or Foods We Should Try, Please Let Me Know

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Hi Jay, so sorry to hear the stage 4 diagnosis. That must be frightening, coupled with the wait for the first appointment at CTC. I don’t even know what to say except to quote my dad, a Pastor, who always says that God, who made the body, has all its spare parts. Be strong in the Lord, my sister. This too shall pass

I am sad to hear about your husband. He is at a great hospital. I was there to have a 5 1/2″ tumor removed from my throat. It wasn’t cancer but I was so scared until they removed it and told me it was not cancer.They took great care of me. My prayers are with you and your family..

I too was diagnosed with cancer this past February. On April 23, 2016, the doctors at CTCA Zion, IL removed my left kidney because the cancer was growing right in the middle of the kidney. The cancer was contained in that one kidney, which left no need for radiation or chemotherapy. This was my second surgery in 2 years. Last year 5 tumors were removed from my brain and in 2008 1 large tumor was removed from my brain. Out of all these I have not needed chemo or radiation. Keep the faith, you and your husband are in my prayers and yes, you do need to eat to keep up your strength and to be strong for your husband. I pray God gives you peace and encouragement on this road you’re on right now.

Hi Jay! I’m just checking in to find out if there is any update. God has this under control. We don’t always understand why He lets things happen to us, but I have chosen not to question Him. HE once told me that HE never promised that there won’t be any storms. But HE promised to walk us through them. Stay strong, dear! Keeping you in my prayers!Nerline recently posted…My Experience with Lotus Biscoff Cookies

I read your site but hardly comment, I will pray for your family. As far as foods so things I’ve read that you can research and try are lemon water (makes the body alkaline), baking soda (some thought is cancer is a fungus), extra virgin coconut oil (antifungal, bacterial etc), turmeric is one too look into as well.

I am just finding out about your husband, I am standing in agreement you that he is healed in Jesus name. Isaiah 55:11, says so shall my word be that goeth forth out of my mouth: it shall not return unto me void, but shall accomplish that which I please, and it shall prosper in the thing whereto I sent it. Continue to confess what the word says concerning healing, because God’s word will not return void.